Traces of a centuries-old and important history is etched in every corner of Greek land: findings from the Prehistoric and Archaic Periods, unique works from Classical, Hellenistic, Medieval and Byzantine monuments, creations from folk art cultures, traces from the passing eons of other civilizations and different religions, that coexist with current creations, constructions and modern works of art. Greek is the oldest written language still in existence. It has the longest documented history spanning at least 3,400 years of written records.

One of the most authentic cultural elements of a place is its food. Greek cuisine, rich in authentic flavours and aromas represents an age-old cultural unity. It has a history of around 4,000 years, with special characteristics based on pure and unique quality goods of the Greek land. In fact, it was Archestratos who wrote the first cookbook in history (330 B.C.). The Greek word “symposium” -a word that is as old as Greece itself- literally means “drinking with friends

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Greece has one of the longest coastlines in the world – almost 16.000km. The mainland and island areas end in a myriad variety of coastlines, with countless beautiful small beaches, charming bays and coves. Greek sovereign land includes 6,000 islands and islets scattered in the Aegean and Ionian Seas. This is a truly unique phenomenon for the European continent.

Visit Greece’s archaeological sites, enjoy its fascinating culture, its spectacular coastline and its picture-perfect scenery!